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Dark Philly Adult Night Tour

$30
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Dark Philly Adult Night Tour
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Small Group Historical Walking Tour in Philadelphia with Expert Local Guide

$45
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Small Group Historical Walking Tour in Philadelphia with Expert Local Guide
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Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour of Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)

$36
Per adult
Double Decker Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour of Philadelphia (1, 2, or 3-Day)
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Philadelphia & Amish Country Day Trip from New York

$169
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia & Amish Country Day Trip from New York
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Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

$36
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Philadelphia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

$52
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Go City: Philadelphia All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
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Top Hotels Close to Swarthmore College

Media Inn and Suites
Media Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
512 E. Franklin Street, Media, PA
The price is $80 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
This family-friendly Media motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Swarthmore College and Ridley Creek State Park. Ice Works Skating Complex and Linvilla Orchards are ...
2.5/5 (51 reviews)
"The location was good and the room was basic. There were holes in the sheets and comforters however, it was clean and did the job. The area is generally easy to get around with a Trolly station right down the street."

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2021

Media Inn and Suites
The Inn at Swarthmore
The Inn at Swarthmore
3 out of 5
10 South Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA
Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Swarthmore College and within 6 mi (10 km) of Widener University and Harrah's Casino ...
4.6/5 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, good location, decent restaurant, excellent observation of Covid safety protocols in this sad time of increased risk."

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2021

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Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media
Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media
2.5 out of 5
300 Beatty Rd, Media, PA
The price is $127 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
Situated in Media, this hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Swarthmore College and within 6 mi (10 km) of Linvilla Orchards and Ridley Creek State Park. Widener University ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
"It was a very pleasant stay I will recommend anyone to stay here!!!"

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2021

Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media
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Live Casino & Hotel - Philadelphia

Live Casino & Hotel - Philadelphia

3.5 out of 5
South Philadelphia
Save 100% on your flightPrice was $644, price is now $473 per person
per person
Mar 25 - Mar 27
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Philadelphia (PHL)
4.5/5 Wonderful! (161 reviews)
The stay was amazing. The food was GREAT! Casino was fun. Rooms were nice and up to date. Parking is free and easy. I will ONLY book this hotel when visiting Philadelphia

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2022

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

4 out of 5
Center City West
Price was $394, price is now $324 per person
per person
Mar 25 - Mar 27
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Philadelphia (PHL)
4.2/5 Very Good! (1,768 reviews)
It was okay. Could have provided two bottles of water.

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2022

Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown Center City

Cambria Hotel Philadelphia Downtown Center City

3 out of 5
Midtown Village
Price was $419, price is now $351 per person
per person
Mar 25 - Mar 27
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Philadelphia (PHL)
4.4/5 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Room was beautiful and we were able to walk everywhere from the hotel

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2022

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Popular places to visit in Swarthmore College

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Villanova University

4/5(354 reviews)

Explore the campus of Villanova University, a top college in Radnor. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Villanova University
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Philadelphia Museum of Art

4.5/5(1,619 reviews)

One of the country’s largest museums, with hundreds of thousands of objects, a Rodin Museum, renowned impressionist art and a sculpture garden.

Philadelphia Museum of Art
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Rittenhouse Square

4.5/5(1,315 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Rittenhouse Square, a popular green space in Philadelphia. Amble around this vibrant area's college campus or attend a sporting event.

Rittenhouse Square
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University of Pennsylvania

4.5/5(948 reviews)

Walk around the campus of University of Pennsylvania, a top college in Philadelphia. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

University of Pennsylvania
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Liberty Bell Center

4.5/5(2,226 reviews)

Set in the historical heart of the city, this glass pavilion that houses America’s symbol of independence is one of the most visited sights in Philadelphia.

Liberty Bell Center
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Reading Terminal Market

4.5/5(2,043 reviews)

An enclosed market where you can sample Philly cheesesteaks, shoofly pies, soft pretzels and other local treats, or stock up on organic produce and handmade crafts.

Reading Terminal Market

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Best Lodging Options Near Swarthmore College

Days Inn by Wyndham Springfield/Phil.Intl Airport
Days Inn by Wyndham Springfield/Phil.Intl Airport
2 out of 5
650 Baltimore Pike, Springfield, PA
The price is $76 per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
Days Inn by Wyndham Springfield/Phil.Intl Airport
The Inn at Swarthmore
The Inn at Swarthmore
3 out of 5
10 South Chester Road, Swarthmore, PA
The Inn at Swarthmore
Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media
Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media
2.5 out of 5
300 Beatty Rd, Media, PA
The price is $127 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media
Media Inn and Suites
Media Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
512 E. Franklin Street, Media, PA
The price is $80 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
Media Inn and Suites
Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield
Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield
3 out of 5
400 West Sproul Road, Springfield, PA
The price is $143 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
Courtyard Philadelphia Springfield
Trolley Stop Motel
Trolley Stop Motel
2 out of 5
427 E State St, Media, PA
The price is $81 per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
Trolley Stop Motel
Parkway Inn
Parkway Inn
2 out of 5
675 Baltimore Pike, Springfield, PA
The price is $94 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
Parkway Inn
Americas Best Value Inn Media Philadelphia
Americas Best Value Inn Media Philadelphia
2 out of 5
300 South Providence Road, Media, PA
Americas Best Value Inn Media Philadelphia
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South
3 out of 5
145 Stewart Avenue, Ridley Park, PA
The price is $141 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ridley Park Philadelphia Airport South
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